type 2 diabetes

Microbial ‘Tattletales’ In The Gut May Diagnose Diabetes Early On

Gut microbial biomarkers can tell many stories about your health status—they may even be able to diagnose type 2 diabetes before onset, allowing for preventive action.

Type 2 Diabetes Linked With Alzheimer’s Disease

Scientists have established an association between type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease biomarkers.

Increased Anxiety Associated With Sitting Down

A meta-analysis has revealed that sedentary activities are associated with mental health conditions such as anxiety.

Blocking Protein Transporter Could Ease Diabetes

A study in mice has shown that the lack of the B0AT1 transporter is linked to better control of blood glucose levels.

Reducing Diabetes Risk With Anti-Ulcer Drug

A commonly used anti-ulcer drug could help prevent the development of diabetes caused by high-fat diets.

‘Good Fat’ Could Help Manage Diabetes

Activating brown fat cells could help Type 2 diabetics manage their condition by increasing the number of glucose transporters.

The Link Between Nickel Exposure And Diabetes

Exposure to the heavy metal nickel is associated with the development of Type 2 diabetes.

Controlling Diabetes With Cytokines

Using the cytokine IL-22 instead of insulin to manage Type 2 diabetes could mean fewer injections for patients.

China’s Worrying Diabetes Epidemic

Studies show that one in four diabetics worldwide reside in China and half the population is prediabetic, a grave situation that urgently needs to be addressed.